The darkness surrounded Kayde again. It wasn’t as harsh as it had been when he’d crashed the Shadow against the wall he’d created. Now it was somewhat comforting. He rested, grateful that he was once again free from his battered shell.
His heart beat faster as a soft sound caressed his eardrums. A sweet melody that grew more powerful. Light accompanied the music, but it was so far away. He stood and began to run. He was desperate to reach the music. However, it was like a nightmare--running, but never getting closer.
Kayde knew now what that he was running to Becca. Her voice was the light he was reaching for. But the harder he tried to get to her, the weaker he felt.
Finally, he had to stop. Panting for breath, Kayde realized he was never going to make it. He just couldn’t go on.
The light was further away now. Kayde felt despair like he’d never known. She was so close, but he couldn’t get to her!
Suddenly, the light and music burst with new strength. Becca wasn’t giving up. Kayde knew what he had to do. No more running.